What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Chaplain position at LilyCare Hospice?
Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited seminary or school of theology or appropriate certification in hospital or pastoral ministry.
Minimum 2 years of experience as a chaplain/spiritual counselor, preferred. Active patient contact within past three years, preferred.
Must be willing to travel to the following counties: Bergen, Burlington, Essex, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Passaic, Somerset, and Union.
Responsibilities:
To provide spiritual and emotional support when needed to the Hospice patient/family and to members of the Hospice team. To provide assistance at the time of the patient's death and support of the family during the bereavement period.
Skills:
Ability to work independently, make accurate, and at times, quick judgements. Ability to respond appropriately to crisis outside of a hospital setting. Acceptance of and adaptability to different social, racial, cultural and religious modes.
Essential Functions Include:
1. Provide direct spiritual support and/or counsel to patients/families in keeping with patients'/families' beliefs.
2. Work with staff, clergy and community groups to enhance their sensitivity to the spiritual concerns of patients/families experiencing terminal illness and loss.
3. Participate in IDG conference by exploring and assessing the potential spiritual needs of patients/families and reporting on services as indicated.
4. Provide bereavement follow-up services as assigned.
5. Maintain proper records of visits to patients/families.
6. Make contact with clergy or appropriate representatives of patients/families as indicated.
7. Perform occasional liturgical assignments, e.g., memorial services with staff.
8. Conduct or make arrangements for funeral or memorial service when indicated.
9. Develop and maintain a resource group of clergy to whom specific aspects of spiritual care may be delegated.
10. Arrange for on-call availability of spiritual services.
11. Provide educational programs for community clergy, religious and lay representatives as resources allow.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Ability to Relocate:
- NJ 07932, USA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $75,000